JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·          Lead and manage all aspects of the Accounts Receivable Department, including Credit, Collections and Cash applications, while promoting a positive team environment.

·          Plan and maintain a program for systematic follow-up with customers regarding collection of receivables, negotiating payment and dispute resolution.

·          Proactively drive collection efforts to not only meet, but exceed defined company DSO targets while keeping bad debt experience to a minimum.

·          Team with others in various groups to ensure open communication and information sharing to aid with problem resolution.

·          Ensure clear, consistent communication with upper management regarding key issues on a regular basis and in an organized manner.

·          Conduct diagnostic and process review of collection cycle while documenting all procedures and making recommendations for and implementing improvements.

·          Prepare and present periodic reports and analysis on bad debt, A/R aging and any other key A/R statistics.

·          Adherence to the month-end close cycle process deadlines including additional requests for each quarter-end.

·          Manage cash application making sure that all cash receipts are applied properly and timely.

·          Ensure that all key internal controls are documented, updated and tested for compliance on a quarterly basis.

·          Work closely with both internal and external auditors.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

·          Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

·          Minimum three years managerial, accounts receivable experience

·          Expert in various systems, preferably JDE &/or Lawson

·          Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft programs

·          Analyze D&B reports and maintain credit analysis summaries

·          Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·          Effective management style with the ability to resolve conflicts appropriately

·          Possess solid leadership and decision making skills with emphasis on details

·          Ability to multi-task, work under tight deadlines, re-prioritize while communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and departments

·          Local candidates only. Relocation not available.